1957 BMW 502 vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 502 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
